One model of the Temple for Christchurch with a rectangular base of Jarrah and solid silver conical shapes and wave like walls representing the movement of the 22 February 2011 earthquake. Based on the Temple for Christchurch sculpture that was designed by Hippathy Valentine.
One cast iron and perspex turret clock dial with two hands. Originally from the tower of the Christchurch railway station building on Moorehouse Avenue, which later became the science education centre Science Alive!
One cast iron and perspex turret clock dial with two hands. Originally from the tower of the Christchurch railway station building on Moorehouse Avenue, which later became the science education centre Science Alive!
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Shag Rock, also known as Rapanui Rock, crumbled to a third of its original size after the magnitude 6.3 quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011
A view after the 6.3 magnatude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011.
The Christchurch Cathedral after loosing its tower and spire after the 6.3 quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011. The February 22 quake cracked pillars, twisted walls, shattered stained glass, collapsed buttresses, fractured masonry and toppled the tower. The rose window in the west wall collapsed in the June aftershocks. Demolition of the Chr...
Revisiting some of my images coming up to our one year anniversary of the 22 February 2011 Christchurch 6.3 earthquake.
North Hagley Park, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Tens of thousands turned out today to mark the one year anniversary of the devastating earthquake that struck the city at 12.51pm on 22 February, 2011.
185 people lost their lives.
file.stuff.co.nz/stuff/12-51/
Took 4 pa...
Taken several days after the 6.3 magnatude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011. Processed in HDR to capture some of the "feeling" when thinking about the loss of lives when the quake hit.
Taken one week after the 6.3 magnitude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011. Processed in HDR.
We stood near here during the 2 minute silence observed by all New Zealanders.
Taken several days after the 6.3 magnatude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011. Processed in HDR to capture some of the "feeling" when thinking about the loss of lives when the quake hit.
A view after the 6.3 magnatude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011.
These buildings were demolished this afternoon 09 March 2011 - Gone!
A view after the 6.3 magnatude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011.
The unforgettable beauty of lavender
Occurs in both the earth
As well as part of the many changing
Shades of the daily heavens on high.
Is quickly there, and then is gone.
Light violet, lavender,
How unique is its special glow,
Colored in nature in light lilac,
Amethyst, and airy, purple indigo.
From a poem by Gil Saenz
A common scene around Christchurch, following the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that hit the city on Saturday September 4, 2010 at around 4:33am. The shake left many roads cracked, buildings demolished, and flooding in the streets.
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A view after the 6.3 magnatude quake hit Christchurch 22 February 2011.
Along Glouster St, as we run to the car.
Looks even better when Viewed On Black
A view 4 weeks after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
St Johns Church corner of Hereford Street and Latimer Square.
Given a bit of a HDR process to add some of what I was "feeling" at the time.
20100918_3497_1D3-24 Porritt Park - Christchurch earthquake
The Avon River loop around Porritt Park has risen with the quake. Huge cracks are all through Porritt Park (rowing, hockey and cricket venue). The main section of the river is in a man made cut behind the buildings in the background of this pic.
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20100918_3500_1D3-60 Porritt Park - Christchurch earthquake
The bridge at the north end of Porritt Park, Avondale.
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201090904_3316_1D3-28 Bexley Garage, Christchurch earthquake
Bexley petrol station
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
Community of the Sacred Name, cnr St Asaph and Barbadoes Streets
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
Corner of Colombo and Battersea Streets.
Given a bit of a HDR process to add "feeling".
20100918_3507_1D3-47 Pumping Station - Christchurch earthquake
The pumping station at the corner of New Brighton Road and Palmers Road. New Brighon Road is still closed (2 weeks after quake) at this point.
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A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
Colombo Street South. So sad to see history die - both buildings and business.
Given a bit of a HDR process to add some of what I was "feeling" at the time.
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
Colombo Street North. So sad to see history die - both buildings and business.
Given a bit of a HDR process to add some of what I was "feeling" at the time.
